As the sun was slipping behind the trees on June 15, 2013...
A treasured and beloved little sister wed her soul's complement.
The ceremony and ambiance really were perfect and
everything felt like a celebration of Sarah and Rob.
It's hard to imagine (even now) that the little sugar bear that used to follow me around everywhere and draw pictures of me in her self portraits is now a grown up, married lady. But hey, if they gotta fly the coop... send 'em out with a good ole time and a great party!
Warning: Picture heavy post, but boy... they are great pictures.
The Happy Couple
So cute!
Barn doors & moss letters.
Personalized bridal party glasses with our dresses and names painted on them!
GOLD SHOES! (and cajun shrimp OPI)
SISTERS!
Gorgeous Bridesmaids
Lots of laughter and only a few tears.
(Sister-in-law, Brother, Bride, Groom, ME, Sister)
Then we party!
You have grown up in to such a lovely human and I have enjoyed spending almost every day of that human life with you. We laugh, we get mad, and we laugh some more. You used to draw pictures of me in your self-portraits and we shared a room for most of our childhood... You're my little Pocahantas and I will always be her best friend even though I don't know her name because you wouldn't let me be Pocahantas.
I love you more than meat loves salt.
Happy Birthday, Sarah.
We basically stand like this and hold hands in every picture ever.
{dress: ross | belt: dots | earrings: simply chic | sunglasses: michael kors | wedges: nine west, old}
More weekend biz: Wore this dress here, but decided it made the perfect Easter Sunday dress so very excited to wear it again! We went to church downtown for a special Easter service at the Cannon Center, and then to a family brunch at The Majestic Grille. Rode the trolley, met some tourists and laughed a lot. Baby sister gave me the rock ring for Easter and I am in love with it.
And of course, no brunch is complete with out eight some mimosas.
Unfortunately, blurry pictures taken with Instagram.
A wise person once said that television would turn your brain to mush, or something... I can tell you from personal experience that watching The Walking Dead for two days straight can make you mushy.
I was hesitant to start the series, but after finding it on Netflix I jumped on the zombiewagon.
I am OBSESSED! In fact, I need Comcast to get skippy on uploading the second season on demand so I can catch up before February.
Zombies aside, my sister and I got all dressed up Monday night to go use our gift cards to a swanky new restaurant in town. Wouldn't you know that as soon we get there, walk a block in the rain, and get to the door... They're closed for Boxing Day or something. Boooooo! Oh well, we went and got margaritas and burritos instead.
Hello there, loves. It is Friday! (yay) You know what that means. It is time for FBFF questions.
1. Which celebrity (celebrities) do you look to for fashion
inspiration?
Honestly, these days, I am finding so much inspiration in my fellow beautiful style bloggers. It is more realistic and closer to my itty bitty budget than checking out a celeb in a magazine in those zillion dollar threads. But, if push came to shove (i do not condone violence)...
She is the epitome of all things girly and ruffly that I want to be.
2. When it comes to your own personal style, what inspires you?
As I mentioned, I am inspired by all of my new and old blog buddies and their daily lives and style. I have to dress for my body and my budget... Sometimes it hinders me. I love finding a new blogger who is not a size 2 and has some of the same items I do. It is great to see another person style the same items and you can see them in an entire different light. But even if I don't have the items seen in mags or blogs, I just use my little noggin and often recreate other outfits that are similar.. like here:
Thanks, Linley for not caring that I ripped off your Malibu Barbie outfit... errr Maxi Barbie.. either way.
That's Linley of Dwelling & Telling. She's awesome, and once I get some coral heels, I will continue to aspire to be her :) 3. How do you hope to inspire your readers?
That's a good one too, Mr. FBFF...
I hope to show them a real person with real issues. Yes, I have issues. About 12 of them :) But seriously, I am about to graduate college, my wardrobe budget is minimal and I am super tall with huge feet. That is the motherload of probs when trying to buy clothes and look good presentable in them. Every time I get a new reader/follower/comment about how I inspire someone because I am a REAL woman makes me smile HUGE. If I can make one person feel better about themselves then ALL of this is worth it. I love blogging and the amazing people I have met in the last 5 months,
I hope some of them feel the same way.
4. Outside the realm of fashion who/what inspires you?
I am super inspired by my sisters. They are the most beautiful and fashionable people I know. Just check out some of the pictures below. Besides their outside gorgeousness, they are the nicest, most genuine people in this world. I can tell them anything, and I know that they will always have my best interest in mind. They are honest, caring, and loving people on the earth. Open hearts and open minds, inspiring me to be a better person.
Love ya big/little sistahs!
BIG SIS:
(sometimes too shy for a photo sesh... here are some recent ones):
November, at a wedding
June, at the casinos
LITTLE SIS:
Oh and she's too cute:
Valentine's Day
WINTER 2010
Spring Break 2011
5. And since Idol is ending… Which songs inspire you?
Pre-note: I love Idol, please send all of your votes to HAYLEY!!!! okay, thank you.
I love this question-- I definitely find strength in these songs, they are both new and old to me and regardless of artists or radio play, I let the lyrics speak to me. They are my go-to songs for when I need some clarification and realization. Please take a listen, if you have the time, and thanks for reading...
Sara Bareilles - Let The Rain
Mumford & Sons - White Blank Page
Imogen Heap - Hide and Seek
Kate Nash - The Nicest Thing***
*** This song is the most played song on my iTunes, I can prove it.
HAPPY GOOD FRIDAY to ALL of my LITTLE CHICKENS!
You're the best.
Check out all of the other FBFF posts at the hotness lady's blog.. Katy at ModlyChic.
(Sister-in-law, Brother, Bride, Groom, ME, Sister)
The Lowrie's!
